HoS 118: Julia Borelli’s Interview | Home of Sound

On this episode, we talk to Julia Borelli, Forbes 30 Under 30 Germany 2025. From her beginnings as a guitarist in Rio de Janeiro to becoming a resident engineer at Berlin’s Riverside Studios, Julia has mixed for Anyma, Richie Hawtin, Rüfüs du Sol, Moby, and Solomun, shaping the sound of modern melodic techno.She dives into the craft of mixing, from mastering low-end precision—earning her the nickname "The Kick Police"—to managing artist expectations and navigating common studio challenges. Julia also shares her experiences mentoring the next generation of engineers, advocating for women and FLINTA in audio, and experimenting with immersive technologies like Dolby Atmos and the Apple Vision Pro to redefine how we shape sound. If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://www.homeofsound.co.uk/?affcode=663761__t0zs7xvSign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareJulia Borelli:IG: https://www.instagram.com/juliaborelli/HoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

This interview traces Kande’s journey from the remote landscapes of Patagonia to the creative energy of Berlin, exploring how environment, memory, and emotion shape her artistic identity. She reflects on the darker, introspective qualities of her upbringing and how these elements translate into her sound, alongside themes of displacement, inspiration, and personal evolution. The conversation offers insight into her creative process and the subtle ways place and experience inform her music.Check out Cia Rebeck's masterclass, "Building a Cohesive Creative Identity"https://www.homeofsound.co.uk/p/cia-rebeck-masterclass-building-a-cohesive-creative-identity-in-music-releasesand use the code CIA10YT at checkout to get 10% off.Sign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareCia Rebeck:IG: https://www.instagram.com/ciarebeckSC: https://soundcloud.com/ciarebeckHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

Kostas reflects on the project "Against Me" as a personal and collective struggle against ego, emphasising self-awareness, community, and authentic expression. Growing up on a small Greek island with limited access to a music scene, their path into electronic music was largely self-driven through curiosity and online exploration. Early exposure to club culture sparked a fascination with DJing and music production, which evolved from experimentation into a long-term commitment to the craft. Check out AgainstMe masterclass "Combining modular synths and Ableton to create a hypnotic, driving techno track"https://www.homeofsound.co.uk/p/againstme-masterclass-combining-modular-synths-and-ableton-to-create-a-hypnotic-driving-techno-trackand use the code AGMEYT10 at checkout to get 10% off.Sign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareAgainstMe:IG: www.instagram.com/againstme__SC: https://soundcloud.com/againstmescHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

In this interview, Danielle (Lolsnake) shares their journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a community-focused creative. They reflect on growing up in a difficult environment and how those experiences shaped their identity and perspective.Rather than being defined by hardship, they transformed it into a drive to build community and create spaces for connection and play. The conversation touches on resilience, identity, and how creativity and human connection can become tools for healing and purpose.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareLolsnake:IG: www.instagram.com/_lolsnake_SC: https://soundcloud.com/lolsnakeHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

Beatrice talks about her path from community parties in Madrid to becoming a Tresor resident and playing Berghain, reflecting on identity, trust, and navigating sudden success in Berlin. She speaks openly about anxiety, mental health in the music scene, and the importance of boundaries, real friendships, and staying human as an artist. A candid conversation on growth, vulnerability, and music as emotional expression.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareBeatrice:IG: www.instagram.com/beatricemsc_SC: https://soundcloud.com/beatricemscHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

Perfo talks about discipline, routine, and process as the foundation of his music and life. He reflects on balancing focus with rest, trusting his own rhythm, and valuing simplicity, experimentation, and emotional honesty over validation and hype.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/sharePerfo:IG: https://www.instagram.com/perfo_20SC: https://soundcloud.com/perfo_20HoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

A deep, personal conversation with Elisa Bee about carving an independent artistic path from a small town in Sardinia to international stages. She reflects on self-taught beginnings, patience, authenticity, community spaces like Tempio Del Futuro Perduto in Milan, and how curiosity, kindness, and self-knowledge shape her approach to DJing, production, remixing, and life beyond the club.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareElisa Bee:IG: https://instagram.com/xelisabeexSC: https://soundcloud.com/xelisabeexHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

This Home of Sound interview features Alex (Gannein) in a deep, wide-ranging conversation about techno, artistic identity, and longevity in music. From sound design fundamentals and club-focused production to authenticity, sobriety, independence, and navigating the modern music industry, Alex reflects on his late entry into music, his rapid artistic growth, and the mindset required to stay honest, curious, and emotionally connected in both the studio and on the dance floor.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign-up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareGannein:IG: https://instagram.com/gannein.technoSC: https://soundcloud.com/ganneinHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Kameliia and many more.

Part 2 of the latest release conversation with Theo Nasa, a long time friend of HoS and inspiring artists and unique personality. This walking podcast shot in Berlin goes into fear, procrastination, and mental resilience - and how he transforms anxiety into creative energy. Very importantly, Theo also opens up experiencing racism and navigating the world as a Black artist and - you won't believe this - we get a glimpse of what it can mean to be a person of color while passers by shout at him.Friends, we hope you enjoy this new format. We would love to get creative and the walking podcast is a great way. Would love to hear what you think in the comment section or via email.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareTheo Nasa:IG: https://instagram.com/theo__nasaSC: https://soundcloud.com/theo-nasaHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Madwoman and many more.

This in-depth conversation follows from Theo Nasa’s first appearance on Home of Sound in 2020. Theo’s phrase “Don’t fit in, fit out” remains a guiding principle for artists individuality and creative authenticity. The talk explores Theo’s evolution as an artist, his philosophy on standing apart rather than conforming, and the mindset needed to build a lasting identity in electronic music. We also go into the challenges of growing up in East London and creating Theo's own successful independent path with his music reviews and vintage fashion store.If you enjoyed this interview, want to support this series and take your music production skills to the next level, check out our online masterclasses at https://homeofsound.co.ukSign up to receive weekly updates to level up your production skills: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1156751/166422025835906742/shareTheo Nasa:IG: https://instagram.com/theo__nasaSC: https://soundcloud.com/theo-nasaHoS:IG: https://instagram.com/home_of_soundW: https://homeofsound.co.ukHome of Sound is a virtual Home to meet, connect and learn through sound.Learn directly from artists like Rødhåd, Blawan, Temudo, Rene Wise, Daniel Avery, Kangding Ray, Phase Fatale, Ansome, Shifted, Freddy K, Lady Starlight, Setaoc Mass, Olivia Mendez, Red Rooms, TWR72, Madwoman and many more.